With over 20 years of experience in academic libraries and cultural institutions, Philippe Vezie ‎has a strong background in library management, research dissemination, and international ‎collaboration. Currently, he is managing the Mediatheque of the Institut Français du Proche-‎Orient (Ifpo), overseeing six libraries across five countries (Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, and ‎Iraq), leading large-scale archival digitization projects, managing the integration of cataloging ‎systems, and training library staff in international standards.‎ Previously, he served as the Head of the University Science and Technology Library at Aix-‎Marseille University, overseeing operations, research support, and Open Access initiatives. ‎He managed open research archive, working to enhance the visibility and accessibility of ‎the university’s scientific output while ensuring compliance with European research standards. ‎His role also included supporting researchers in publication management and data preservation.‎ From 2015 to 2023, he was responsible for international acquisitions, theses, and dissertations at ‎the Medical and Dentistry University Library in Marseille, contributing to the organization and ‎cataloging of critical academic resources.‎ Academically, he holds a Master in Arabic Language and Civilization from Université de Provence ‎‎(1990–1996), demonstrating a strong foundation in linguistic and cultural studies.‎